Netanyahu outlines Israel's plan for Gaza in unhinged press conference

In this tense and highly controversial press conference, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlines his government’s strategy for what he claims will be the “end” of the destruction in Gaza—while doubling down on his uncompromising military approach. Speaking on Sunday, Netanyahu makes a series of disputed statements, including the claim that it is the United Nations, not Israel, responsible for the famine gripping Gaza. He rejects the mounting evidence that Israel’s systemic prevention of food aid from entering the enclave is the driving force behind mass hunger and starvation.

Netanyahu also reiterates his vow to “finish the job” in Gaza, pledging to eradicate Hamas and replace the group with what he describes as a “new authority” to govern the territory. Critics argue that this plan offers little detail on who this authority would be or how it could secure stability after months of devastating conflict.

During the Q&A session, journalists press the Israeli PM on allegations of war crimes, the humanitarian catastrophe facing Palestinian civilians, and the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant naming him over the IDF’s military campaign. Netanyahu refuses to accept any fault or wrongdoing, repeatedly framing Israel’s actions as defensive while sidestepping questions about proportionality and the civilian death toll.

This video captures the most striking—and troubling—moments from Netanyahu’s address, offering a raw look at the rhetoric, denials, and strategic positioning that define Israel’s current war narrative.

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